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Review by Cheryl

"I recommend selecting Prajakta ji as a Hindi tutor. She is an experienced teacher who is well-prepared for each lesson, provides written handouts and acti

vities, is thorough and patient in her approach to teaching Hindi as a second language. She stresses the importance of the written form of the language as well as pronunciation and use within cultural context. Much appreciated!"

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Washington, DC teacher:
Prajakta R.

Review by Jakota

"My first lesson went very smoothly. Prajaka was very accommodating to my needs. We were able to go over the basics (alphabet, numbers, some vocabulary) an

d discuss how future lessons will go."

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Washington, DC teacher:
Prajakta R.

Review by Joseph

"I must be honest by saying that I am not a good student when it comes to learning a language. So I must congratulate Massimo on his patience with me as a

slow learner. Despite my desire to learn Italian, desire is not enough. Massimo made things easier for me and much more interesting by combining my interests with the lessons for the day. For example, Massimo created lessons around my interest in Italian Serie A futbol and my interest in Italian history. We studied the many regions and some current events while learning basic Italian. Massimo also has a good sense of humor and easy going with his students. I would easily recommend Massimo to anyone who is seeking a tutor to learn Italian. Prepare to have fun while learning!"

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Washington, DC teacher:
Massimo D.

Review by Alisa

"Prajakta has been great so far as I dive into learning the Hindi language. She responds quickly to email is more than happy to answer questions and offer

further information. I look forward to working with her more!"

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Washington, DC teacher:
Prajakta R.

Review by Charmaine

"I really like the way Prajakta teaches my 8 year old daughter she accomplishes so much in the 30 minutes with follow up home work. I was initially worrie

d because my daughter gets very distracted and cannot even sit through a face time call with her grandparents but Prajakta has a nice way of getting her attention while keeping learning hindi fun."

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Washington, DC teacher:
Prajakta R.

Review by Eva

"I really enjoy these lessons! English is my second language so I was little bit afraid of studying Japanese but Taro is helping me so much. His way of tea

ching is pretty nice and comfortable. I couldn't imagine that I can enjoy lessons as much as I do right now. However, Japanese is interesting and amazing language and I think this is great way how to learn it. Thank you so much!"

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Washington, DC teacher:
Taro T.

Review by Vivek

"We have taken more than 10 lessons so far and most important thing about it is that our son Aadit looks forward to his lessons which is we feared most. Mo

re so because the lessons were online. Contrary to our fears he is rapidly increasing his knowledge of letters and is constantly improving his vocabulary. We have have only good things to say and recommend highly Prajakta to whoever wants to get Hindi lessons."

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Washington, DC teacher:
Prajakta R.

Review by David

"Mr. Chau Nguyen is a dedicated, experienced, and friendly Vietnamese teacher. He adapts readily to different types of students and is able to teach both

beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. One of Chau's strengths is that he makes class interesting for the learner, by using a variety of different topics to keep things fun. For more advanced students, Chau will engage your mind and discuss a variety of political, economic, and cultural issues.

Chau has a long and impressive teaching resume, most recently as an instructor for U.S. diplomats going to Vietnam, at the U.S. State Department's Foreign Service Institute. I highly recommend Chau as a Vietnamese instructor."

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Washington, DC teacher:
Chau N.

Review by Rani

"My 9 year has been taking lessons only on weekends.And so far it's been great. She is finally understanding how different Hindi is compared to English and

also trying to cover a few alphabets per week. Prajakta is patient n helps with the pronunciation and takes her time with my child to better her speech in Hindi."

*** Specialties ***I teach classical violin using the Strictly Strings Music Book and Essential Elements 2000 with improvisational violin and creative composition, as well as some Suzuki methods. I also teach rock violin. Students may bring their own pieces.I teach folk guitar and singing, playing chords and note reading, composition, music theory, history and appreciation. Students may also bring songs of their choice.

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Reviews

PETER A. September 25, 2017·Violin·In studio

Lisa is an excellent teacher. She makes you feel at easy during the lesson. Looking forward to many more.

Barbara Ann C. June 11, 2017·Violin·In studio

Hi

I enjoyed my lesson with Lisa. I learned so much and had fun doing so.
Looking forward to my next lesson.

Mariana S. July 2, 2016·Singing·In studio

She was very professional and she teaches very. Mariama understood every bit of the lesson and enjoyed it. She said she would like to continue with Miss Lisa for more Classes.
Thanks.

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Lisa B.

Silver Spring, MD 20904

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starting at

$30
/ 20-min

About Samir A.

About Samir

My name is Samir, I have been tutoring students for almost twenty years, and I currently teach and tutor one-on-one, and online the Modern Standard Arabic (formal/classical Arabic) , the colloquial Arabic (the conversational Arabic) of Morocco or French.

I 'am familiar with the French and Arabic Curriculums taught in Fairfax County public Schools. ...I have Alif Baa and Al-Kitaab fii Ta allum al -Arabiyya available for your Arabic lessons, and "Bien dit"I,II,III students books, "grammar & vocabulary" Books, "Allez,Viens" Level 2,"Points de depart" for college students.

My hobbies are: studying languages, cooking, and outdoor activities such as running, riding my bike, fishing and gardening. I believe creative lessons help students retain more and enjoy their time learning. I will email you printable worksheets and cli

part, helpful websites, and personalized audio files to help you practice between our lessons. I will work hard to help you reach your goals.

If you need immediate assistance for a test or homework, translation and summary, I can work with you for short term as well and assist you within a very short notice.

Tell me your specific needs and I will adapt the class in order to make you improve your skills. Lessons are relaxed and informal but very concise. No matter your age or skill level, with patience, focus, and a big smile, I'll turn you into a fluent French or Arabic speaker in no time.

What do you need to start learning Arabic or French?

Discover the most fun and effective way to learn Arabic or French! "Conversation + Pronunciation = Confidence!"

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Reviews

Betsy May 31, 2017·Arabic·Online

Samir is dedicated, patient, reliable and fun! He provides helpful material between our online sessions, and I feel I'm learning at just the right pace. I highly recommend him.

Kahina January 24, 2016·Arabic·In studio

Samir is an excellent language tutor! He can craft lessons to suit any needs whether you are a beginner or advanced! He also provides relevant supplementary materials so that you can practice and apply the theories learned in your lesson. I found that this consistent practice with actual speaking was a big factor to achieving better spoken fluency with my language of study, arabic. I highly recommend Samir as you will not be disappointed.

Lainie October 13, 2015·Arabic·Online

For homework, Samir sent me several videos of Moroccan dialect. We discussed the vocabulary during the lesson; as always, he provided many examples to demonstrate the broader usage of the words. He is a skilled teacher. Highly recommended.

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Samir A.

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Samir A.

Alexandria, VA 22315

(5)

starting at

$25
/ 45-min

About Solange T.

About Solange

Native French Speaker. I am originally from Lyon, France and have been living in the DC area for about 20 years.

I have over 20 years of teaching and tutoring experience throughout the D.C. area, at Alliance Francaise, Berlitz, In Lingua, etc. I have been tutoring consultants and employees from major international organizations for the past 10 years as well as young children and teenagers from diverse backgrounds.

I am also a certified translator and will be happy to provide assistance if needed. I find both experiences extremely challenging and rewarding and I hope to use my skills on this forum.

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J. C. C. October 2, 2014·French·In home

Solange is amazing as an instructor. As a native speaker she understands text book French as well as slang. She provides several options for ways to express a thought. She is easy to talk to and time passes so quickly. Definitely the best French teach I have had and I have had many.

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Solange T.

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Solange T.

Washington, DC 20007

(1)

starting at

$45
/ 30-min

About Taro T.

About Taro

Hi. I'm a native Japanese speaker from Kobe. I was born and raised there and speak both standard Japanese and Kobe dialect. I'm an expert at bringing one's overall language level from the beginner to intermediate. I will assist you more with English first if you're a beginner and gradually transition to using only Japanese as you get closer to an intermediate level.

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H.H March 18, 2018·Japanese·Online

Taro is a great teacher. Rather than simply expecting rote memorization, he uses practical applications to help you learn and understand the material.

Gabriel Freitas December 21, 2017·Japanese·Online

Taro is a very nice helpful and professional Sensei

Highly recommended.

Shell December 2, 2017·Japanese·In studio

Mr. Taro is a marvelous teacher! He is very patient and kind. He works hard to tailor his lessons to your need. His lessons encompass speaking, reading, and writing. It doesn’t matter if you are new to Japanese or already have foundational conversational skills, Mr. Taro can help your Japanese skills reach the next level!

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Taro T.

Washington, DC 20016

(8)

starting at

$24
/ 30-min

About Naomi K.

About Naomi

I was originally born in Cincinnati, Ohio in a large family (youngest of nine kids), and we all attended Catholic schools... this is where I started learning Spanish. I have studied it (and English Literature) for many years, then eventually won a scholarship to study/travel in Mexico for six months. I returned from Mexico fluent, graduated from college with honors in language and Humanities, then decided to go live in Washington, DC to use that language. I got into corporate training, working 10 years at Fannie Mae as I traveled to 38 of the 50 states to help them train banks on their financial systems. I later began working in healthcare, and got certified as an interpreter AND as an Instructional Designer. I have designed educational programs ever since at hospitals, schools, educational centers, retail organizations, and with hig

her education (now at GWU). My hobbies include speaking Spanish, swimming, listening to jazz, playing with my daughter and my beagle.

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Reviews

marjan September 6, 2017·English·In home

Naomi is patient, professional, and knowledgeable. I highly recommand her.

Shawvan B. April 5, 2016·Spanish·In home

If you are looking for a Spanish teacher look no further! Naomi is a very skilled and phenomenal teacher. I have taken her class for the last 10 months and I truly can see the progress I have made with her teaching style. She not only has set lessons from the book, but she will bring real-world examples such as food, newspapers, and music! I recently traveled to the Dominican Republic and I was amazed at how easily I was able to hold a conversation. The people there let me know that my Spanish was very good. It was definitely a compliment for me. I believe that a student is only as good as their teacher. Naomi is the right teacher!

Shawvan B. July 20, 2015·Spanish·In home

Naomi really takes the time to go over with you the culture and language of the people. She setup a lesson plan for me and established goals. I love her teaching style and I feel like I'm taking the time to learn again. If you're looking for a teacher who knows her stuff she is it!

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Naomi K.

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Naomi K.

Washington, DC 20001

(3)

starting at

$50
/ 30-min

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About Valentina L.

About Valentina

Russian and Czech languages instructor with 12-year experience in education and professional training.Significant experience applying teaching skills and methodologies in one-on one and small group classes.Works effectively with wide range of cultures and personalities.

I have been teaching one-on-one classes in DC leading language schools, such as Diplomatic Language Services and ICA Languages.

Valentina L.

Valentina L.

About JP B.

About JP

Bonjour,

My name is Jean-Philippe and I have taught French in a variety of settings (small classrooms, larger classrooms and one-on-one) for over 15 years. I specialize in getting my students to get to speak French quickly, and I make it a point to help them accomplish their goals. I am easy-going and flexible, with an ability to adapt to my students' needs and levels.I look forward to helping you meet your needs and developing your skills.

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JP B.

Washington, DC 20010

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$18
/ 30-min

About Ivonne F.

About Ivonne

I began tutoring while attending university and discovered a new outlet. I find helping others achieve their learning goals very rewarding. Let me help you reach the next level on your road to mastering German.

Native speaking German tutor with experience teaching all ages. Well structured lessons designed to help you achieve your learning goals. Graduate of German Technical University specialized in Business and Tax Law.

- Standard German (Practice: reading, listening, writing and speaking. Develop every day language skills with an emphasis on grammar.)Open to beginners and intermediate students.

- Conversational German (Utilizing modern texts from a variety of sources.) Open to intermediate and advanced students.

- German for School Age Children Open to beginners and to students with previous knowledge of German.

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Reviews

Laith March 10, 2018·German·Online

Wonderful, thank you!!

Liam January 10, 2018·German·In studio

Ivonne is excellent with young children. Very good for beginner through advanced German.

Alex December 12, 2017·German·Online

Very easy to talk to, willing to tailor every aspect of a lesson to what I wanted or needed help with. Took the time to make sure I was comfortable and challenged, but also knew when to step in and help out. Very professional and knowledgeable, am definitely looking forward to my next lesson!

Ivonne F.

Ivonne F.

About Junling C.

About Junling

My name is Junling Cui and I'm a native Chinese. For the last two decades I have moved seamlessly between East and West, and understand both China and the U.S. very well.

I worked for Chinese biggest national TV station as a reporter and producer for 5 years. After that, I was researcher and translator for Fortune magazine and Time magazine. My previous job was media relation manager at American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai.

I have very good interpersonal and communications skills in both English and Chinese.

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Junling C.

Mc Lean, VA 22101

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$35
/ 30-min

About Thais S.

About Thais

I have been teaching different languages and different students from various countries . I also lived in lots of countries and know how to handle different cultures.Variety of ages made my teaching a blessing.I taught ESL and my students with different backgrounds were inspired by the way I taught them. Currently I’m teaching French and German to kids and adults at the same time. I have been teaching the same kids for the last 3 years they became advanced students and they can communicate in the foreign language now.

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